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Geek out Meaning in English

expression

ˈɡik/ /ˈaʊt
GEEK-owt
ɡˈiːk/ /ˈaʊt
geek-OWT

Definition

To become very excited and enthusiastic about a particular topic, usually related to technology, science, or a personal passion, and to talk about it in great detail.

Usage & Nuances

Very informal, mostly American English; often used with 'over' or 'about' a topic (e.g., 'geek out over Star Wars'). Implies deep enthusiasm, sometimes in a playful or self-deprecating way. Do not confuse with 'freak out' (means to panic, not excitement).

Example Sentences

We love to geek out about movies together.

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He started to geek out when we mentioned video games.

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She can geek out for hours about space.

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Whenever there's a new Marvel movie, my friends and I totally geek out.

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Don’t get me started — I could geek out about coffee all day.

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At the tech conference, people geeked out over the latest gadgets.

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